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LJG → CSX
Which side of the plane to sit from Lijiang Airport (Lijiang) to Changsha Huanghua International Airport (Changcha)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side provides a superior vantage point for the dramatic snow-capped peaks of the Hengduan Mountains and the deep canyons of the Upper Yangtze River shortly after departure.
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Jade Dragon Snow Mountain
The glacier-capped massif is prominently visible to the north immediately after takeoff from Lijiang.
Jinsha River Gorges
The upper reaches of the Yangtze River carving deep, serpentine paths through the mountain ranges.
Hengduan Mountain Range
Rugged, high-altitude alpine terrain and deep valleys defining the transition from the Tibetan Plateau.
Western Hunan Karst
Dramatic limestone formations and mist-filled valleys as the flight enters the Wuling mountain region.
Changsha Skyline
Views of the northern metropolitan area and the broad Xiang River during the approach to CSX.
For the most spectacular views, sit on the left (Seat A). Immediately after takeoff, keep your camera ready for the Jade Dragon Snow Mountain. Morning flights are recommended as mountain peaks are often clearer before afternoon cloud buildup. In winter, the snow cover on the mountains is significantly more dramatic.
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Distant views of the majestic peaks surrounding the Dali region to the south of the flight path.
Guizhou Karst Plateau
An endless sea of conical limestone hills and green valleys characteristic of the Guizhou landscape.
Wu River Basin
A scenic tributary of the Yangtze winding through the lush, hilly terrain of southern China.
Hunan Agricultural Plains
A mosaic of rice paddies and small villages as the plane descends into the Xiang River valley.
Southern Changsha
Views of the city's southern districts and the massive infrastructure of the Changsha transport hubs.
Choose the right side (Seat F or K) for morning flights to avoid the harsh southern sun. This side offers the best perspective of the unique 'forest' of karst hills over Guizhou. Watch for the Xiang River during the final 10 minutes of flight, as the plane often follows the river corridor before landing.
Book Hotels in ChangchaDistance: 1,291 km (802 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 43 min
Departure: LJG (26.6800003052, 100.246002197)
Arrival: CSX (28.189199447600004, 113.220001221)
Route Type: Domestic
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